October is bringing a little bit of everything to Makers Mill. Sewing, metalsmithing, leatherwork, basket weaving, printmaking, terrariums, youth art, practical home skills, and plenty of opportunities to gather and learn from one another.
There are also several free community gatherings throughout the month, plus new opportunities for kids, homeschoolers, and adults looking to build practical skills.
Here’s what’s happening at the Mill this October.
Saturday, October 3
Sewing 102: Small Zippered Duffle Bag with Jeanne Flanagan | 9am–3pm
Build on your sewing skills while learning to make a small zippered duffle bag with Jeanne.
Monday, October 5
Monthly Carving Crew with Doc Dougherty | 5:30–7:30pm
Come carve alongside others, work on a project, share skills, and spend an evening making together.
Tuesday, October 6
Build a Terrarium: For Homeschoolers with Courtney Drake | 12–2pm
A hands on opportunity for homeschoolers to explore plants, design, and creativity while building their own miniature terrarium to take home.
Fiber Arts Mingle & Upcycled Clothing Club | 6–8pm
Bring a project and spend the evening with fellow fiber artists, menders, upcyclers, and makers. Share ideas, work alongside others, and enjoy some good company.
Wednesday, October 7
Bead Weaving 101 with Ginny Cole | 10am–2pm
Learn the basics of bead weaving and get hands on practice creating with beads, thread, and pattern.
FUN-damentals of Art: For Homeschoolers with Jennifer MacLean | 12–1:30pm
A four week series where young artists can build skills, experiment, and grow their confidence through hands on art making. Meets October 7, 14, 21, and 28.
FUN-damentals of Art: Afterschool with Jennifer MacLean | 4–5:30pm
An afterschool four week art series for young makers to explore techniques, strengthen foundational skills, and develop their own creativity. Meets October 7, 14, 21, and 28.
DIY Upcycled Rain Barrels with Doc Dougherty | 5:30–7:30pm
Learn how to turn repurposed materials into a functional rain barrel and put captured rainwater to good use at home.
Friday, October 9
Build Your Own Terrarium with Courtney Drake | 11am–1pm
Design and build your own miniature indoor garden while learning how to put together a healthy and attractive terrarium.
Saturday, October 10
S.T.E.A.M. for Kids: Alternative Energy Car with Doc Dougherty | 1–4pm
Kids can explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math while building and experimenting with an alternative energy car.
Paint Your Pet with Jennifer MacLean | 2–5pm
Bring a favorite photo of your pet and turn it into a colorful finished painting with Jennifer’s guidance.
Sunday, October 11
Weave Your Own Forager’s Backpack Basket with Deb Halstead | 9am–3pm
Spend the day learning basket weaving techniques while creating a functional backpack basket ready for your next foraging trip, hike, or adventure.
Tuesday, October 13
Naturescape Shadow Box with Courtney Drake | 11am–2pm
Work with preserved moss and natural materials to create your own nature inspired shadow box.
Sustainability & Homesteading Club with Doc Dougherty | 5:30–7:30pm
Gather with others interested in homesteading, sustainability, growing, preserving, and practical skills. This casual gathering is potluck style, and there’s usually something good cooking before the conversation gets underway.
Wednesday, October 14
Taste of the Trades: Electrical Work with Doc Dougherty | 5:30–8:30pm
Curious about electrical work? Get a hands on introduction to the trade and explore some of the tools, skills, and knowledge involved.
Thursday, October 15
Mixed Media Collage with Courtney Drake | 11am–2pm
Experiment with layers, textures, papers, and other materials while creating an original mixed media piece.
Saturday, October 17
Silver Skull Pendant with Deb Ryan | 10am–1pm
Head into the Metalsmithing & Jewelry Shop for a timely October project and create your own silver skull pendant with Deb.
Leather Pouch with Charm with Jennifer MacLean | 1–4pm
Learn leatherworking skills while creating a handmade leather pouch finished with a decorative charm.
Sunday, October 18
Sewing 101 with Bobbie Stave | 1–4pm
New to sewing? Get comfortable with a sewing machine and learn some of the essential skills you’ll need for future projects.
Tuesday, October 20
Mixed Media Collage for Homeschoolers with Courtney Drake | 12–2pm
Homeschoolers can experiment with color, texture, layering, and different materials while creating their own mixed media artwork.
WorkReadyNH | 4–8pm
WorkReadyNH comes to Makers Mill for a multiweek program designed to help participants build workplace skills and prepare for employment. Meets Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from October 20 through November 19.
Death Café: A Lightly Moderated Discussion of Death with Gwyn Villa | 5:30–7pm | Free
Gather for an informal, supportive conversation about death and dying. Death Café is a lightly moderated discussion rather than grief counseling, therapy, or a support group.
Wednesday, October 21
Women’s Workshop: DIY Home Electrical with Doc Dougherty | 5:30–7:30pm
Build confidence tackling basic home electrical projects while learning practical skills in a hands on workshop designed for women.
Thursday, October 22
Ahh, Alcohol Inks: The Expressive, Forgiving and Easy Going Cousin of Watercolor with Martina Cyr | 3–4:30pm
Loose, colorful, and wonderfully unpredictable. Spend an afternoon experimenting with the vibrant possibilities of alcohol inks.
Saturday, October 24
Metalsmithing Foundations: Hammers & Mallets with Kristin Ohlmann | 10am–12:30pm
Continue building a strong foundation in metalsmithing while exploring different hammers and mallets and learning how these essential tools shape and move metal.
Introduction to Printmaking with Martina Cyr | 10am–1pm
Explore the basics of printmaking and discover the creative possibilities of making an image that can be printed again and again.
Sunday, October 25
Repair Café | 1–4pm | Free
Before you toss it, see if it can be fixed! Bring a broken household item and work alongside volunteer fixers to repair, learn, share skills, and keep useful things out of the landfill.
Tuesday, October 27
Rug Braiding: Make a Versatile Placemat with Betty Parker | 9:30am–12:30pm
Learn the traditional skill of rug braiding while making a versatile placemat in this two part class. Meets October 27 and November 3.
Wednesday, October 28
DIY Sharpening: Blades with Doc Dougherty | 5:30–7pm
Bring some life back to dull blades while learning practical sharpening skills you can use again and again.
Come See What’s Happening at the Mill
October is a good month to settle into something new. Learn a practical skill, spend some time making, bring the kids in to create, join a community gathering, or finally check out a part of the Mill you’ve been curious about.
Not sure where to start? Free tours of Makers Mill are offered every Friday and the first Saturday of the month at 10am. Stop by 23 Bay Street in Wolfeboro to explore the shops and studios, meet the team, and learn more about classes, membership, volunteering, and ways to get involved.
Questions? Give us a call at 603-569-1500.